Malicious code in telemetry-axios (npm)
Description
The telemetry-axios npm package contains malicious code that fully compromises any computer on which it is installed or running. This compromise includes potential unauthorized access to all secrets and keys stored on the affected system. Removal of the package alone may not eliminate all malicious components, as the attacker may have established persistent control.
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
The telemetry-axios package distributed via npm is identified as containing malicious code that compromises the host system completely. Installation or execution of this package grants an attacker full control over the affected computer, potentially exposing all stored secrets and keys. Due to the extent of the compromise, simply uninstalling the package does not guarantee removal of all malicious artifacts or backdoors introduced by the attacker.
Potential Impact
Full system compromise on any machine running or having installed the telemetry-axios package. All secrets and keys stored on the compromised system are at risk and should be considered exposed. The attacker may maintain persistent access beyond the presence of the malicious package itself.
Defensive Guidance
Immediately remove the telemetry-axios package from all affected systems. Rotate all secrets and keys that were stored on the compromised machines using a secure, unaffected device. Because the attacker may have persistent access, consider rebuilding or thoroughly cleaning affected systems to ensure complete removal of malicious software.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- MAL-2026-10773
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.7.4
- Aliases
- ["GHSA-89mf-39r2-ff96"]
- Ecosystems
- ["npm"]
Threat ID: 6a5b60942d1edb114c84a512
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 11:16:36 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 23:21:00 UTC
Last updated: 10/03/2026, 06:37:26 UTC
Views: 147
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